Hello, my name is Elena.

 

I am a graphic designer that is originally from Italy, but have been living in Colorado Springs for the past 15 years. I have a Visual Arts degree from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and 5 years of professional experience working on ad, editorial, and brand design.

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I am experienced in working collaboratively with a team, including other designers, sales, marketing, and writers, to create bold and contemporary designs that make a statement.

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Contact me: elenactrapp@gmail.com

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WORK EXPERIENCE

2018 - 2023 | Colorado Springs Independent (Sixty35 Media) Graphic Designer

2016 - 2017 | Blank Canvas Cafe Creative Director

2015 - 2016 | T-Mobile Technical Care Specialist

2013 - 2014 | University of Colorado Colorado Springs Visual Resource Specialist

2010 - 2015 | Target Guest Service Manager

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AWARDS

2021 | American Advertising Federation (Silver Addy) Illustration (Indy Insider Cover)

Society of Professional Journalists First Place

Feature Page Design “Getting Schooled in Conservation”

Society of Professional Journalists Third Place

Single Page Design “What’s Your Pet Name?”

Society of Professional Journalists First Place

Illustration “Best Of 2020 Cover (Combined)”

2020 | Society of Professional Journalists First Place

Feature Page Design “Womxn’s Issue”

Society of Professional Journalists Third Place

Single Page Design “Event Horizon”

Society of Professional Journalists First

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EDUCATION

2014 | University of Colorado Colorado Springs B.A. Visual and Performing Arts

Magna Cum Laude with Highest Distinction

2014 |  Pikes Peak Community College A.A. Associates of Arts